I debated writing this, but the ongoing news about prominent men being accused of sexual harassment has been weighing heavily on my mind and my conscience.
I’ve heard several people recently ask the question, “Why are so many women speaking out about sexual harassment now?”
My response: “Who cares!”
Women finally feel brave enough to speak out – that’s a good thing.
And, when one woman speaks out, it emboldens the rest of us.
But, honestly, I wish we would have spoken out sooner.

The candidate filing period for the 2018 election cycle is open, and several local candidates have filed in hopes of being re-elected and, in at least one office, newly elected.
The deadline to file is 4 p.m., Jan. 30, 2018. Independent, political group, or political organization candidates for offices that require a statement of candidacy must file by 4 p.m. on April 2, 2018.

Candidates that have already filed to run (As of press time)
• State Sen, 14th Senatorial District: Jimmy Higdon (I)

Rebecca P. Fisher, 43, of Lebanon, who was recently indicted for first-degree manslaughter for the 2015 shooting death of her husband, Michael Fisher, will be represented by Lebanon attorney Joe Stewart in court.
Fisher’s next court date is scheduled for Jan. 4, 2018.

I consider myself to be a good parent.
I try really hard to teach my son to be kind, try hard in school, be a good sport and eat his vegetables (even if they are served with Pizza Rolls).
I try to be a good parent, but I fully admit, I fail sometimes.
Recently, I got a serious wakeup call and reminder that I need to step up my parenting game.

The world has changed dramatically during the past 60 years.
But, one thing has remained the same for eight ladies in Lebanon.
Every two weeks, for the past six decades, they have gathered together to play Bridge.
“We’re all still here,” Margaret “Bill” Clark said while sipping a Bloody Mary Thursday afternoon. “We’ve been doing this for a long time.”